Amazon has the Gerber 31-000758 Gator Machete for $14 with free shipping on $25+. Features 25" length and serrated back. Includes a sheath. Good user reviews. More traditional than the Parang style, but same zombie-slaying capability.

Either it's softer steel or it is harder (brittler) and more likely to break instead of bend, but it can't be both!

Either way, if a *good* 8" kitchen knife costs north of $80, what makes you think you can get a good 25" machete for under $80? This price class is for the weekend warrior who lives in the city, not for everyday use.

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